Hershey, Pennsylvania-based Jolly Rancher Gummies are releasing limited-edition packaging featuring designs from street artists, including Danielle Mastrion from New York, Joe Starkweather from Miami and Evan Farrell (KidWiseman) from Los Angeles. Jolly Rancher Gummies has unveiled murals in each of the artists’ cities to bring the packaging to life. An additional mural by KidWiseman will appear June 2 in Bentonville, Arkansas. Each large-scale piece of art combines the […]
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Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
TekniPlex Plans Specialty Molded Fiber Facility In Ohio
Wayne, Pennsylvania-based TekniPlex Consumer Products has announced plans for a new manufacturing facility in Ohio. Planned to commence operations in early 2024, the 200,000-square-foot specialty molded fiber solutions facility will further expand the company’s capacity and capabilities in this sustainability-minded niche with products, such as high-performance egg cartons. This new technology allows for stronger, better-quality cartons to enhance […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest, Supply Chain News, Sustainability News
NW Natural Begins Producing RNG At Tyson Foods Facility
NW Natural, a subsidiary of NW Natural Holding Co., and BioCarbN, a developer and operator of environmental infrastructure projects, have begun production at a second renewable natural gas facility, as part of a project partnership with Tyson Foods. The facility is located in Dakota City, Nebraska, with NW Natural investing about $12 million to convert […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Deploys Simbe’s Tally Across 15 Stores
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has announced plans to deploy Tally, an autonomous inventory robot, in 15 grocery stores in Michigan and Indiana. After a successful pilot in select D&W Fresh Market stores, SpartanNash is implementing Simbe’s solution in additional Family Fare and Martin’s Super Market stores. The real-time data intelligence that Tally provides helps ensure items are stocked and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Food Stores, West
Associated Food Stores, Symbotic Implement Automation System
Associated Food Stores has entered into a commercial agreement to implement Symbotic’s A.I.-powered robotic warehouse automation technology in its Utah distribution center. Symbotic’s end-to-end automation system, with robotic case pick capabilities, will allow AFS’ distribution center to improve a variety of retail-facing experiences, including overall supply, expanded selection and delivery of products to stores. “We appreciate the […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Midwest
Storewise Receives Majority Growth Investment From Nexa Equity
Overland Park, Kansas-based Storewise has announced a majority investment from Nexa Equity, a private equity firm. Storewise’s management team will continue to lead the business as the company further accelerates growth and expands to more customers. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The software platform enables grocery operators to streamline operations and improve store […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast
The Giant Co. Shares Plans For New Store In Jenkintown, PA
The Giant Co. has announced plans for a new store in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. The 50,000-square-foot store will be built at the corner of Old York and Wyncote roads as part of a proposed redevelopment project. This will be the first store in Jenkintown for the company. “With a decades-long history of serving Montgomery County, we […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast
Tastykake Releases Spider-Man Packaging On Select Products
In anticipation of Sony Pictures’ “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” releasing in theaters June 2, Philadelphia-based Tastykake is promoting the movie with new product packaging. Available in select retailers nationwide, the packaging is featured on several snacks including Tastykake single-serve Mini Donuts (frosted, powdered and crunch) and multipack Mini Muffins (confetti cake, blueberry and chocolate chip), Pecan […]